So, they let us take baby girl home without a name.

2BWED100904

Apparently we have a week to name her, but I am hoping we can make a decision by tomorrow.  My poor DH doesn't care at this point, he just wants her to have a name.  I do too, but am seriously stressed and hormonal over this lifelong decision. 

 

RE:  https://community.thebump.com/cs/ks/forums/thread/60181156.aspx

 

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RE:  https://community.thebump.com/cs/ks/forums/thread/60186034.aspx 

starsjaime

Love both of the names! 

How about Juliana Livia Ar....? 

Not sure if you are decided on middle name, but how great would it be to just take both the names you love!? 

WashingtonQueen

Again, my vote goes to the name that means something to you, Livia!

Middlesnpoddles

mj.reilly:

Going with pp suggestion:

Juliana Liv Arn____

I love this!  You could still use the NN Livia if you wanted to!

brooklynesque

They are both beautiful names, so you can't go wrong either way.  Try not to stress too much.

(My vote would be for Juliana.  But Livia is great, too!) 

capulet

I think if we'd had to go home two days after DD was born instead of four we would have been in the same situation.  In our case we only really had one name that we'd decided on the day we found out she was a girl, but at the last minute we had second thoughts - it's my mom's maiden name and if you didn't know that you would think we just made it up (although I think it works quite well for a girl).

I remember posting on the Knot about it (this was before the Bump) and people were kind of meh about it.  But you know, nobody hears her name now and says "yuck," and we get a lot of compliments from people who don't know the meaning behind it and just think it's pretty.  So if you're ambivalent about Livia because you're worried people will think it's just a made up/mispelled/nicknamey version of Olivia, I don't think it's that big a deal.  That is my pitch for Livia, which I love personally.  It's an ancient name belonging to one of the most powerful women in pre-modern history.  If we had another girl, it would be on my list - not least because DH and I met in Rome, so anything Roman has a special association for us.

BUT I also like Juliana, and in the end I don't think you'll have any regrets either way.  Choosing a name is an agonizing decision, but it's a huge relief once you've made it.

Moneypenny424

Congratulations on your baby girl!  I like both names, but love Juliana.

Sunshine is mine

Congrats on your baby girl! I don't think you can go wrong with either name but my vote goes to Juliana! It is beautiful and timeless! Juliana Arnold sounds beautiful!

dejavu22

I love the name Juliana.  It's on my list of names.  I think both are equally as nice,  but Livia Kate Ar---- flows better & it seems like it was your top choice before.  Go for it!  Good Luck & Congratulations!

LateToTheParty

Juliana is a beautiful name. I think it sounds great with your last name. Congrats and GL!

sugarpumpkin716

juliana!!!

jupiterthecat

Both names are lovey. You can't go wrong. I know that choosing a name is a stressful decision-- I felt the same way after LO was born, and she went for a few days without a name. It feels like such an awesome responsibility, to choose something that will essentially define a person for the rest of her life. That's compounded by the insanity of postpartum hormones. And, by choosing one name, you also have to allow yourself to mourn the "loss" of other name.

Ultimately, though, she will grow into whatever name you choose. It is not as if you are choosing between Beautiful and Horrid; you are choosing between Beautiful and Beautiful. Either way, your daughter will have a lovely name. Maybe try choosing a name and calling her that for a day, and see if it feels right.

laurakaz13

Livia!!!!!!!!!

Stormy8881

I like both names. You can't go wrong but I suggest flipping a coin. When you flip the coin into the air you will likely realize which one you are actually hoping for it to land on. I think your daughter will love her name no matter what way you go.

treble_clef

I voted for Juliana last time, but with your last name, I actually think Olivia Arnold flows better...  I know it's not your choice, but just my thought...

alliejo725

Look.

You love Livia. You've said it over and over. The only reason you're even considering Juliana is because you're worried what other people will think of Livia. That's stupid.

It sounds to me like you'd regret not using Livia. So use it. It's a great name.

BLONDRAVYN124

Honestly I don't think you both should have the attitude of "I don't care at this point" about your daughters name.

I've seen a few of your posts about really loving Livia as the FN. I think you both need to just go with your hearts & not rely on anyone elses opinions. GL

 

SilverLining1

Livia, definitely! I love that it's unique (not in a yoo-neek way) and beautiful! Also, I don't think it's a particularly weird name. And Juliana is beautiful, but common.

EXL311

I still vote Liviana since it has part of both names.  If someone asked you if you wanted to name your daughter Juliana or Livia and you had to answer immediately would you naturally reply with one name over the other?

sunnydaisy

starsjaime:

Love both of the names! 

How about Juliana Livia Ar....? 

Not sure if you are decided on middle name, but how great would it be to just take both the names you love!? 

I like the idea of using both names, but I think Livia Juliana flows a little better.  Breaks up the L's a bit more.  That gets my vote. :-)

Congrats on your baby girl!

Temp982386750004997

Just remember that your previous poll asking about Livia or Juliana got expected results as these gals have a traditional style and without having your back story could be giving a biased answer. Both are beautiful names, but choose the one you love and that suits your LO. Don't worry about how the general population will receive her name- the general population also has like snuggies, beanie babies, and went NUTS over a dancing Elmo doll- do you really care what they think?

starsjaime

What about "Liva Juliet Arnold"?  That is a GREAT name! 

drunkindonuts

I think I remember an older post about the name Livia and the sentiment it holds to you and the referencing numbers?  With that being said, I vote Livia Kate Arnold.  It's a beautiful name.  More importantly, CONGRATULATIONS on being a mom, enjoy her!

JaysonandKristin

alliejo725:

Look.

You love Livia. You've said it over and over. The only reason you're even considering Juliana is because you're worried what other people will think of Livia. That's stupid.

It sounds to me like you'd regret not using Livia. So use it. It's a great name.

This!!  WHY do people struggle with this?  WHO CARES what others think if you're going to live with regrets?  

Stand by your decision and instill pride in your daughter so that she never questions her name.   

hmr22

Juliana!